Maui News
Hoapili Hale Closed Due to Wailuku Water Main Break
The Second Circuit Court, Hoapili Hale, is closed (as of 11:19 a.m. today, Tuesday, Nov. 13, 2018) due to a water main break.
County Services at One Main Plaza Shut Down Due to Watermain Break
Maui County offices at the One Main Plaza are closed along with the rest of the offices in the building due to a watermain break on Central Avenue today.
Giant Salamanders in Honolulu Become First to Lay Eggs Outside of Japan
Japanese giant salamanders are endemic to Japan. The eggs are anticipated to hatch in early December if they continue to develop.
3 Billion Pieces of Mail Anticipated for Christmas Week Delivery
With an increase in early and online shopping, there is no longer a “busiest day” for holiday shipping. Instead, the busiest time is now two weeks before Christmas.
Missing Man, Last Seen Nov. 6 in Kahului, Maui
Steven Murphy is described as 58 years old, 6-feet tall and 180 pounds. According to police reports, his van was found near ʻŌhai Trail along the Kahekili Hwy.
Maui’s Median Home Price Hits $774,223
The median price for a single-family home on Maui rose to $774,223. That’s up more than $105,000 from the same time last year.
Coast Guard Hero Recognized On Maui
US Coast Guard Petty Officer (Ret.) Mitchell Lani received a Commendation Medal for his brave actions while training for deployment during the Korean War.
Water Main Break on Central Ave, Wailuku
Crews from the Department of Water Supply are responding to a water main break in on Central Ave in Wailuku. Work is expected to take six hours to complete.
Maui Lane Closures for This Week
The Hāna Highway and Honoapiʻilani Highway will be closed this week for road work. Details are listed below: Keʻanae- Hāna Highway (Route 360) There will be alternating lane closures on Hāna Highway in both directions at Mile Marker 7.8 from Tuesday, Nov. 13, through Friday, Nov. 16, from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m., for steel […]
Governor Ige Traveling Following General Election
The governor departed Hawai‘i late on Sunday, Nov. 11 and is scheduled to return on Sunday, Nov. 18.
Registration Open for Maui’s 18th Annual Paddle For Hunger
The 18th annual fun, anything that floats, jungle rules, un-timed “race” supports the Maui Food Bank in its mission to help feed the hungry.
LA Rams and Hawai‘i Tourism Authority Team Up
As part of the agreement, the Rams will play a 2019 preseason game at Aloha Stadium. Game details including date, time and opponent will be announced later.
Hawai‘i Pauses to Reflect Upon Heroism and Valor on Veterans Day
Veterans Day services and ceremonies were held across the state as the public paused to remember those who have served the country with valor and heroism.
28th Annual Hula O Nā Keiki Winners
The 2018 Miss Hula O Na Keiki title went to Nadia Kūkahiliokeawepē Nascimento of Hālau Nā Mamo O Puʻuanahulu under the direction of Lōpaka Igarta DeVera and Sonny Ching.
Hawai‘i Public Schools Celebrate Thanksgiving With Sweet Potato Pie
Hawai‘i public schools will celebrate the upcoming holiday season by serving Okinawan Sweet Potato Pie. The dish is a part of November’s ‘Āina Pono: Harvest of the Month program. The programʻs 200 participating schools statewide will select a day sometime this month to serve the pie to their students. “This is the first time we’ll […]
New Study Shows Shifting Hurricane Tracks Pose Flood Risks for Hawai’i
A new study led by researchers at UH Mānoa indicates that as climate changes over the coming decades, hurricanes have a higher chance of landfall.
MADD Hawaiʻi Kicks Off Annual “Tie One On For Safety” Campaign
The Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) will hold their 29th annual “Tie One on For Safety” campaign kick-off event on Wednesday, Nov. 14 at Tamarind Park in Honolulu from noon to 1 p.m. The campaign is MADD’s signature public awareness program, where drivers across the country display MADD ribbons on their vehicles as a reminder […]
2018-2019 Game Bird Hunting Season
The Department of Land and Natural Resources announces the 2018-2019 Game Bird Hunting Season opened on Saturday, November 3, 2018 and will run through Sunday, Jan. 27, 2019.
Silent Auction at Wailea Tennis Club Benefits Veteran Charity
This weekend Wailea Tennis Club is hosting a silent auction event for the Semper Fi Fund, a veteran charity dedicated to providing resources and support for combat wounded, critically ill and injured members of the US Armed Forces and their families.
Hana Hwy Update, Flood Advisory Extended
Crews have cleared the fallen tree on Hana Highway at mile marker 21 and six landslides between mile markers 7 and 13. State transportation crews are now responding to a slide at mile marker 20.8. The National Weather Service has extended the flood advisory for Mauu through 8 p.m.
